Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Picture Perfect by Ella Fox; A Review

Picture Perfect by Ella Fox

Book One of the Renegade Saints
Series
ebook, 234 pages
Published March 10th 2013 by
Smashwords


SYNOPSIS:

Flynn Rand spent the last decade
as the lead singer of one of the
world’s most famous bands.
Although he's got a reputation as
a player, he’s decided that it’s
time to find something real.
One look at a photo of Tessa
Hamilton had him hooked.
Tessa’s teenage celebrity crush
was Flynn Rand. Now he was
offering her the professional
opportunity of a lifetime, a job
as the official photographer for
the Renegade Saints farewell
tour. Assuring herself that her
teenage attraction to Flynn
wouldn’t hold up when she met
him in person, Tessa took the
job.
The chemistry between them is
immediate and powerful, but
Tessa is hesitant to explore their
connection.
Flynn has no intention of giving
up, and he intends to prove to
her that they are meant to be
together.
Can Flynn convince Tessa that
their attraction to each other is
the real thing?





MY THOUGHTS


Picture Perfect by Ella Fox is one hell of a read.

The story is about a Photographer, named Tessa, who is beginning to climb the road to success, and a famous rockstar- Flynn Rand, who is devilishly handsome and smoldering hot. A story of trust, music and unforgettable love.

Honestly, I picked this novel and ordered on Amazon because 1) it's ans Ella Fox book and 2) the title has been overused these days that I want to experience different stories of the same title. I liked the plot of the story, though it features another rock star. Flynn's difference to the other book rockstars? He's already on the peak of his career, rich, hot and bored.

I liked the idea that Flynn is more human than any BFFs that I have. He's not pretentious, or maybe a little. And he's getting tires of the fame and stardom. Plus points to you, Rand! :D

When I turned to read the book, I was damned. Man, t'was written in Flynn's POV. Did I mention that I have a soft spot in books with the hero's pov? And I loved Ella Fox more with that. :)

I won't say much about the story because I never want to spoil the readers- those who haven't read the book. So, I'll just blabber on the technicalities and generalities of the novel.

The first chapter kept me reading. As I said, it's Flynn's voice. The next chapter, in Tessa's.

I had a head start. I thought the story was good. I didn't have the urge to put it down or skip reading. It kept me going.

Sad to say, when I reached 20% of this read, it got annoying. Don't get me wrong. I liked it but really not into it. Tessa and Flynn's relationship was a roller coaster. Okay, I really need to tell you this. Flynn's in his late twenties (correct me if Im wrong). But the way his story is written? Hmmm, it was like reading inside a head of a sixteen-year old lovestruck girl. It was really, I mean, really really irritating. What's worse? Tessa's voice was much more musculine than Flynn's.

I loved The Hart Series by Ella Fox. I loved every book. I have everything she has written. But this one, Picture Perfect is poorly written. The chemistry between Tessa and Flynn was kinda forced to me. I even skipped pages because I couldn't force myself tp get through so much torture.

Their relationship? And the sex? Way too overkill. I didn't like it. It was so disappointing. :( Not that I didn't enjoy it, but their relationship was so mushy I couldn't take it. Fine, Flynn Rand was too much.

The cheesy part? Hmmm, he's related to the Hart family. Overkill, again.


I'm sorry. I'm sorry if this review might appear mean. But this is an honest review. Sooooo...

Though I didn't like it too much, I still finished it- that means something. This is still a read, not an experience though.

With that, I'm giving Picture Perfect by Ella Fox three and a half shining stars! ***- :)))

I recommend it to readers who are interested to steamy romance. Dude, this book is hot! Genuinely!

Tell me what you think! Recommend something to me. :)






---A

Tuesday, April 09, 2013

MUSIC MONDAY: Radioactive by Imagine Dragons



For the very first time, this blog features songs and artists in which most of the authors get their inspirations to. Some are used as soundtracks in film adaptations. Some are on the track list of our favorite novels.

So, for starters, the song of the week is..... *drum roll please

RADIOACTIVE by Imagine Dragons!







Title: RADIOACTIVE 
Artist: IMAGINE DRAGONS
Released: October 29, 2012
Writer: Imagine Dragons
Producer: Alex Da Kid
















This song was used in the movie adaptation of the sci-fi novel, The Host by Stephenie Meyer which was released on March 29, 2013 worldwide. It was also used heavily in the promotions for the video game Assassin's Creed III. Musically, 'Radioactive' is an indie rock song with elements of electronic rock and dubstep while containing cryptic lyrics of apocalyptic and revolutionist themes. The song received acclaim from critics who praised the production, lyrics, and vocals, with some calling it the best song on the album. (wikipedia)

                                        








I first heard this song on the first full trailer for The Host. Right there, then, it's on repeat in my music player. The song is soooo addicting, like I couldn't stop myself from singing along- which is actually, me, screaming and shouting the lyrics of the song. There, then, I decided to download the whole album of Imagine Dragons.  The music genre is not exactly a new to me since I've been listening to different styles of music.  My first thought upon hearing the song  was , "Fudge! I love this band!" And I am undone.





Watch the Video Here ---> radioactive




Lyrics

I'm waking up to ash and dust
I wipe my brow and I sweat my rust
I'm breathing in the chemicals

I'm breaking in, shaping up, then checking out on the prison bus
This is it, the apocalypse
Whoa

I'm waking up, I feel it in my bones
Enough to make my systems blow
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, I'm radioactive, radioactive
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, I'm radioactive, radioactive

I raise my flags, don my clothes
It's a revolution, I suppose
We're painted red to fit right in
Whoa

I'm breaking in, shaping up, then checking out on the prison bus
This is it, the apocalypse
Whoa

I'm waking up, I feel it in my bones
Enough to make my systems blow
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, I'm radioactive, radioactive
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, I'm radioactive, radioactive

All systems go, the sun hasn't died
Deep in my bones, straight from inside

I'm waking up, I feel it in my bones
Enough to make my systems blow
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
Welcome to the new age, to the new age
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, I'm radioactive, radioactive
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, I'm radioactive, radioactive